victimization

The article analyzes the problems of the spread of drug addiction, in particular, drug addiction among minors in Ukraine at the present stage. Accordingly, the consequences of drug use (psychosocial and medical) are analyzed. The relationship between drug use and crime in general is also traced. Attention is paid to the special features of the consequences of drug use by minors. Special attention is paid to the problem of victimization of persons who allow non-medical use of drugs.

The victimization approach to crime prevention is a key element of modern criminal policy. In the Anglo-American legal family (USA, UK, Canada, Australia), this approach is based on the principles of integration of preventive, rehabilitation and legal mechanisms to reduce the risks of victimization. The article discusses the main practical aspects of victimization prevention in these countries.